Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 454

Episode 454 Fragment

Interis.

At the tip of the staff, which was an overall dark ash-colored color, there were three pillars of exactly the same shape without a single inch of error.

A structure in which the tips of the sharp columns all point upward, with the gaps between them widening and narrowing along the angle.

Inside it floats a nearly perfect blue sphere.

Even though there was no physical medium connecting them, they were fixed in the center of the space itself, emitting a soft light, as if they were one with the staff.

It is different from the golden crystal that made up the Orient… … This is also an Orb.

Unlike Alpha, Verden did not look inside the facility from the outside, so he does not know what manufacturing process was followed to complete the staff.

Still, it comes to mind naturally.

The moment I held the Interis in my hand, which still had the heat of the forge, everything about it was conveyed to me.

There is no need to use <emotion>. No, <emotion> wouldn't be conveyed properly in the first place.

It would be impossible to interpret everything based solely on the knowledge of magical items that had been instilled in the Bohemian Tower for a long time.

I have a strong intuition.

The Interis that Gharun created with the assistance of facilities and manpower is comparable to [Einver], which blocked Verden's <emotions>.

Phew.

He swung the staff lightly.

As soon as you breathe in magic power, it is transferred to Intelis without any loss.

100% horsepower receptivity and conductivity.

A level that surpasses the artificial artifact [Second Circuit] stolen from the treasure vault of the Bohemian Tower and used as a consumable for the Reverse.

Not only does it fully withstand the power of the Transcendent One, it even withstands the magical power formed by the Magic of Destruction.

'Are you the staff just for me?'

The robe of the Demon King was engraved and acknowledged Verden as its master, but Interis became Verden's as soon as it was born.

This was because it was a weapon that Gharun had created solely for Verden, and because the existing orb was imbued with Verden's magic.

Verden was truly amazed.

“That’s amazing.”

“Of course. How could it not be great? Not only is my skill and materials excellent, but even if it is old, I was able to make it only after destroying the entire Black Volcano facility. Do you know how valuable that alone is? But anyway……”

Gharun, who had flopped down on a small rock, frowned at the sunlight pouring down on the black volcano.

Then he turned his gaze to the Grand Duke of Rivandale and observed his appearance closely.

“Damn, there’s another Transcendent being here. Judging by their demeanor, they seem to be from the Empire. Let’s see. It’s called the Sword of Arnak, right?”

“This is the Grand Duke of Rivandale. The Hammer of Integrity, Gharun. No, it would be more correct to call him the attempted assassin of the Second Prince.”

“Huh. What about attempted assassination? They only damaged the carriage, but those who are much younger are really joking around.”

“T, Master……!!”

Linus trembled at the truly rude tone, but Gharun did not lose his composure at all in the face of the Empire's Transcendent One.

“So, you two Transcendents are planning to die here and kill each other? Everyone nearby will probably die.”

“That won’t happen. We just happened to accept the bet.”

The Archduke raised his left arm.

Without any warning, his hands were suddenly holding a sword.

A long, thin sword blade.

Instead of having a guard, there was only a small circle between the hilt and the blade… … In short, it was a weapon of a peculiar shape that only had a hilt and a blade.

“The name of this sword is ‘Etes’. As you can see, the staff you are holding is not as colorful as the Intelis, but rather shabby. It even has only one function. That’s why it’s the sword that suits me the best.”

Light reflected on the blade.

“This sword will not break unless I fall.”

Unlike Interis, who is surrounded by powerful magic, nothing can be felt from Etes.

That's why it's threatening.

“…….”

Verden took up the position.

The opponent is a transcendent being that you encounter for the first time since you crossed the wall of transcendence.

He thought rationally that he would get everything he could get… but honestly, Verden only had one true intention.

'The Sword of Arnak. It is the perfect opponent for Interis's test.'

Although the degree varies for each person, if there is one thing in common, it is that there is no transcendent being who loses his or her own emotions.

As Ignacia said, the transcendent is a kind of psychopath───a madman.

Not only her, but also Verden, Baloch, Dahit, Elder Sheorn of the Ark, Reindell of Dark Wotton, and the Archduke of Rivandaille are all crazy about something.

The Demon King will certainly do the same.

This is a story from a realm that can only be truly understood after becoming a transcendent being.

So, although the transcendentalist appears to be basically enlightened, in some cases he may be overcome by more intense emotions than before.

And Verden was currently in a very excited mood.

Hwaaaaaaaah.

The magic circuit was activated with electricity.

As the overwhelming presence pressed down on all sides and swung, the Empire's Transcendentalists also began to show their true colors.

It is rough and destructive, regular and static.

If Verden was a tidal wave in a storm, then the Duke of Rivandale was a ripple on the vast ocean.

As their realms collided and canceled each other out, the people around them were freed from the bonds of the transcendent beings.

The Archduke said.

“Unknown Transcendent. You have fought fiercely against the Imperial fleet and Lords, so you must have used up some of your magical power. If you wish, you may add some rules that are advantageous to the bet.”

“I told you.”

The boundless magical power unleashed from Verden's heart pressed upon the Archduke.

“There is no need to be considerate.”

“I see.”

The Archduke nodded, crossed his fingers, and snapped his thumb. A 100-elk metal note floating in the air came to rest on the tip of his sword.

“Let this coin fall exactly below your line of sight to signal the start of the bet. Do you agree?”

"okay."

“Okay. Then… I’ll throw it.”

He waved his sword lightly.

A coin flies high in the sky and spins around before falling.

Accelerated by gravity, faster and faster.

Then, there was a fleeting moment when the coin completely fell below Verden's eye level.

The Archduke took a step forward, and Verden completed the magic calculation in his head.

<Transition>

Verden has transcended space.

At the same time, the Duke of Revandale disappeared.

A coin that splits in half before it even hits the ground.

Two transcendent beings moved.

* * *

The bet is just a facade.

If you force yourself to grab the Sword of the Black Knight and win, but suffer a fatal wound, there is no way to escape the Empire's encirclement.

Of course, as the Grand Duke of Rivandale has dignity as a transcendent being, it is very likely that he will keep to the rules of the bet he announced.

But even so, Verden had no intention of leaving his choices to the whims of others.

Kwak.

I watched the movements of the archer, who was gradually closing the distance, and put strength into my fingertips.

All the functions that Orient previously had were inherited by Interis.

The same goes for the rulers of the elements.

The overall elemental magic of Verden, who is already the owner, has been strengthened.

'The magic that has been discovered by the Empire at the moment is gravity, space, fire, earth, and destruction magic.'

Although he used the Infinite Magic Sword along the way, his identity was naturally not revealed.

Just like the reversal of the cycle of reconstructing the flesh, it is unprecedented for one magician to pioneer two magic paths.

'At best, it's all about judging by the unique magic you learned from someone.'

Verden planned to use a combination of options to confront the Archduke without giving away any clues about his own identity.

<Public Wave>

The space is shaking.

However, the Archduke, who did not kill his speed, lightly lowered his sword vertically.

The shock wave of the split space without resistance split to the sides and struck the ground.

'It seems like it would be difficult to even reach it with ordinary space magic.'

It was at that moment that Verden, who had modified his existing strategy, held the staff with both hands.

Jindo earthquake

thud.

The new model of the Grand Duke disappears.

The sound of footsteps spreads out like seismic waves. As I was belatedly following the countless echoes, I sensed a presence behind me.

Verden, who had just spun around, surrounded himself with an invisible force field, with Interis at the forefront.

The Archduke pulled his arm.

“It’s mostly impossible to see and deal with spatial magic. However, if you can read the ‘result’, destroying it is easier than any other magic.”

Two slaughters.

In the blink of an eye, the protective shield of space that had been divided into four parts lost its shape and disappeared.

It was almost the same situation as when Adrian cut down Verden's magic, but the Archduke's sophistication and power were incomparable.

Then the third sword strike struck Interis.

Oh my god!

Verden, who was pushed back without any resistance, activates <Transfer> to gain some distance.

Immediately afterwards, a black aura flew from the front.

“……!”

He moved through space once again to avoid the black magic and repeated <Transfer> a total of five times.

However, he could not shake off the pursuit of the archduke who was dashing through the air.

'It's not an artifact.'

The Empire's Transcendent One was able to see through space itself in its own way, and was able to move three-dimensionally while simultaneously determining Verden's location.

It's beyond the scope of technology.

'As expected of a transcendent being.'

Berden, who had given up on forcibly shaking him off, moved in the opposite direction. He opened the second magic sword and granted it to Intelis.

Three advanced runes are activated.

The magic of destruction was concentrated and released at one point, turning into a shockwave, and the Archduke, who did not dodge it, clashed with it with his sword, which created ripples.

Kwaaaaaaaang!

A crimson wave flashes.

The archer, unable to withstand the impact, plummeted downwards.

Verden asked.

“Can you see that this is the conclusion too?”

"no."

The airman, who had landed on the ground by taking a parachute, lowered his center of gravity and slowed down.

He stopped and looked at my numb hand, then swung his sword and suppressed it.

“I’ve seen it overpower the Lords, but it’s truly a bizarre magic. Not only does it destroy the skills, but it destroys the very essence of the spirit. It’s the most vicious magic I’ve ever seen.”

The Archduke's momentum has sharpened.

“Let’s level up a little more.”

* * *

──!

The Archduke kicked the seat.

He swung his sword, Aetes, riding the waves that exist throughout the world and cannot be detected without training his special senses.

Verden, who did not avoid him, displayed all the fighting techniques he had learned so far based on the magic of destruction.

Verden had already strengthened all of his physical abilities to the limit with magic.

However, it was not enough to keep up with the Archduke's movements, so he filled the inevitable gap with magic.

Kwaaaaaaaah!

The blows crossed, but unlike before, the archer stood his ground.

As the energy that came into contact with destruction disappeared, more energy was drawn out, and it went beyond forcibly maintaining the sword energy and forcing the skill.

The stream of consciousness each person possesses predicts and judges the other person's moves.

Add instinct to it and move.

A fierce battle ensued that was too intense for the average person's cognitive abilities to even watch.

At that moment, the Archduke whispered coldly.

“How arrogant.”

Hyunyeon

A strong wave pulsates.

He was able to block a dozen or so consecutive attacks that came pouring in in an instant, but the shock transmitted through Interis caused Verden to stiffen.

The Archduke threw his fist out of sync.

Even though it was clearly not within striking distance, a precise impact pierced Verden's abdomen.

Aetes' blade flew from the side.

Thump.

Verden, who recovered his hardened body and crossed the Interis to twist the trajectory of his sword to the side.

Because of this, the Archduke's sword strike barely grazed his arm.

'now.'

Getting closer than necessary is also a golden opportunity for Verden.

He immediately used the <Arcane> technique with full power and extended his right hand towards the archduke's torso.

“?!”

At that moment, the strength in his right arm, which had been brushing against Etes, disappeared and he fell limp.

Oh my god!

It is impossible to block the Archduke's heavy sword with one hand.

A small exhalation.

The fallen Verden spun around and controlled his body with <Flight>.

With extreme braking, the car slid smoothly through the air close to the ground, killing its speed.

In the meantime, strength returned to my right arm.

'It's the same as the Sword of the Black Star, but… … it's of a different class.'

An invincible sword energy that ignores the transcendent being's body and [Einver's] resistance and penetrates.

It's like this just by touching, but if you cut straight, the whole robe might get cut off.

At that time, I felt more tension than when I faced the Bone Dragon as a semi-transcendent being.

The Archduke walked slowly.

“I already know that you, as a transcendent being unlike any other wizard, are also excellent at dealing with close combat. But even so, do you really think you can face me at this distance?”

“I admit it.”

The orb of Interis flickered.

“From now on, I’ll act like a wizard.”

Kwaaaaang!

The chains of gravity that suddenly appeared tightly bound Etes.

The Archduke's reaction was delayed.

Currently, Verden's appearance is hidden behind a <veil> and cannot be seen… … Even the reversed heavenly eye residing in his right eye.

Rrrrrrrrrrr!

One after another, dark purple chains rose from the ground and bound the Grand Duke's entire body. The tremendous physical force restrained his actions.

Kuung!

Verden slammed Interis to the floor.

Quinter Casting.

<Meteor Swarm>

Five huge flaming meteors fell from the sky, each breaking apart and spewing out hundreds of fireballs.

It's like a heavy rain.

The Archduke chuckled at the sight that was reminiscent of the bombardment of the Imperial Fleet.

“The bet is secondary.”

“It would be the same.”

Kwakwakwakwakwakwakwakwakwakwakwang!

Hell fell from heaven and laid waste to the earth.

The Archduke, who broke through the red disaster, stepped on the waves of space and faced Verden in the blue sky.

Magic and energy concentrated to the limit.

Verden aimed at Interis, and the Archduke swung his sword.

<Arcane──Ming>

Season, the cherub

The rays of destruction and the teeth of the waves collided at their center.

A massive binge.

For a moment, my hearing was paralyzed and my vision went pitch black.

The shadows move.

Soon the darkness began to recede like an ebb tide and light began to pour in… … At that very moment, Verden’s inner self unconsciously grabbed hold.

A glimpse of super magic.